FEBRUARY 28, 1941

FRIDAY
$1,000 INVESTED IN COKE STOCK (KO) IN 1941
WOULD HAVE MADE YOU $10,560,211 IN 2025
Min_Wage_Hourly: $0.35
Median_Home_Price: $4,340.00
Gas_Price_Avg: $0.19
Bread_Price_Avg: $0.10
Movie_Ticket_Avg: $0.32
First_Class_Stamp: $0.03
Milk_Price_Avg: $0.58
Top Movies By February 28, 1941
1 The Lady Eve
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The Lady Eve
2 The Strawberry Blonde
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The Strawberry Blonde
3 Back Street
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Back Street
4 Buck Privates
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Buck Privates
5 High Sierra
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High Sierra
6 The Face Behind the Mask
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The Face Behind the Mask
7 Gone with the Wind
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Gone with the Wind
8 The Mark of Zorro
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The Mark of Zorro
9 A Christmas Carol
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A Christmas Carol
10 Allegheny Uprising
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Allegheny Uprising
The Philadelphia Story
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The Philadelphia Story
The Great Dictator
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The Great Dictator
The Letter
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The Letter
Fantasia
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Fantasia
Arizona
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Arizona
Kitty Foyle
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Kitty Foyle
Second Chorus
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Second Chorus
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The Story of February 28, 1941

On February 28, 1941, David Lefkowitz was appointed to a prominent position within the Republican Party, signaling a notable moment for the party as it sought to strengthen its leadership in the face of rising global tensions.

🧠 Inventions of 1941

Breakthroughs and everyday innovations from the year.

1 Programmable Digital Computer (Z3)
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Programmable Digital Computer (Z3)
2 Microwave Radar System
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Microwave Radar System
3 Electric Guitar Solid Body
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Electric Guitar Solid Body
4 Polyethylene Insulation Cable
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Polyethylene Insulation Cable
5 Military Jeep
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Military Jeep
6 Automated Bomb Sight
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Automated Bomb Sight
7 Infrared Sniperscope
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Infrared Sniperscope
8 Mass Penicillin Production
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Mass Penicillin Production
9 Color Television Broadcast System
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Color Television Broadcast System
10 Electric Eye Door Systems
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Electric Eye Door Systems

HEADLINES ON February 28, 1941

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  • Headline: Lefkowitz Appointed GOP Law Chairman. Impact: This pivotal moment led to an unbroken line of Republican leadership. You could say it initiated a game of political hot potato that resulted in the party's questionable decisions in the decades to follow. Who knew that one man's appointment could lead to a series of questionable policies that would make historians cringe?. Fact: In a shocking twist of fate, the post would later be known as the 'Chair of Regret' for all the decisions made in its name..
  • Headline: The Legacy of Donald M. Smith. Impact: The mere mention of Donald M. Smith sent shockwaves through the historical timeline, leading to a long line of people with the last name Smith pondering their legacy. Did he invent something? Did he run for office? Or was he just really good at being ordinary?. Fact: In a world full of unique names, Donald M. Smith remains a true trailblazer in the art of blending in..
  • Headline: Seminary Gets Library. Impact: The moment the seminary got a library, it opened the floodgates for future generations of theologians to argue over which dusty tome had the best interpretation of divine instruction. This, of course, led to countless theological debates that could rival family feuds.. Fact: You could say this library was a one-stop shop for all the arguments you never knew you were supposed to have!.
  • Headline: DIES AT FORT BENNING; Capt. E.R. Karr of Ossining Had Been on Active Duty a Week. Impact: The untimely death of Captain Karr serves as a chilling reminder of the sacrifices made in service. His brief time on active duty not only underscored the perils of military life but also sparked discussions on the importance of mental health support for soldiers.. Fact: Karr's story is a poignant reminder that even the briefest duty can leave lasting scars, both for families and the military community..
  • Headline: MARK M'COU RT. Impact: The mere existence of Mark M'Court in the headlines somehow led to a phenomenon where people kept trying to find the 'M' in their own names. Mark's legacy? A bizarre obsession with middle initials that would bewilder future generations.. Fact: Rumor has it that every M'Court family member since has been asked if they can change their name to include an 'M' just to fit in!.
  • Headline: Topics of The Times. Impact: This discussion on Oceania and Japanese expansion plans set off a series of geopolitical moves that would eventually lead to World War II. Thanks to this topic, historians now have a lot of paperwork to sift through, proving once again that ignoring pesky expansion plans can lead to global fallout.. Fact: Topics of The Times: where procrastination in foreign policy became the stuff of legend!.
  • Headline: NEWS FROM TURKEY. Impact: The dissemination of news from Turkey sparked a curiosity that would ultimately lead to a fascination with Turkish cuisine and culture. Little did they know, this headline would pave the way for a global love affair with kebabs and baklava!. Fact: The real headline should have been 'You won't believe what kind of deliciousness is coming your way!'.
  • Headline: Italy Sends Bill to Spain For Aid During Civil War. Impact: This diplomatic gesture initiated an ongoing saga of international support that would shape future alliances. It was like the world's worst game of Monopoly, but with real consequences and no chance of getting out of jail free.. Fact: And they say you can't put a price on friendship! Italy sure thought otherwise....

Wall Street Time Machine

The Right Call: If you'd invested $1,000 in any one of these companies in 1941, here's what it would be worth in 2025.
Rank #1
PG
Procter & Gamble
Price in 1941
$0.25
Value in 2025
$586,657

Procter & Gamble - If you invested $1,000 in 1941, it would be worth $586,657 today (586.7x return)

Rank #2
KMB
Kimberly-Clark
Price in 1941
$0.69
Value in 2025
$147,887

Kimberly-Clark - If you invested $1,000 in 1941, it would be worth $147,887 today (147.9x return)

🦸 Top 5 Comics
Captain America Comics #1
Captain America Comics #1
$2,000,000
All Star Comics #8
All Star Comics #8
$1,000,000
Detective Comics #58
Detective Comics #58
$10,200
Green Lantern #1
Green Lantern #1
$250,000
More Fun Comics #73
More Fun Comics #73
$2,500
🧸 Top 5 Toys
Tinkertoys
Tinkertoys
$150.00
Crayola Crayons
Crayola Crayons
$50.00
Lincoln Logs
Lincoln Logs
$120.00
Red Ryder Bb Gun
Red Ryder Bb Gun
$300.00
Yoyo
Yoyo
$4,100.00
⚾ Top 5 Trading Cards
Propaganda War Cards
Propaganda War Cards
$250,000
Turf Cigarettes 'Hidden Beauties'
Turf Cigarettes 'Hidden Beauties'
$11.00
Zemann VzornΓ© Praha 1941
Zemann VzornΓ© Praha 1941
Unknown
War Gum Cards
War Gum Cards
$800
Chocolat Jacques Historical Figures
Chocolat Jacques Historical Figures
$2,000